Discover our locals' 136 hidden gems in Porto

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Mafalda's

Μay the fork be with you

"Mafalda's in Porto is what everyone wants -- a tearoom, a spot for tasty meals, a glass of wine... It's affordable and has great food!

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 8, 2025

Leitaria da Quinta do Paço

For sweet moments

"Leitaria da Quinta do Paço" Porto is one of the oldest and best places to have eclairs in town. They're well-known for their high quality dairy products.

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Francesinhas Al Forno da Baixa

Spicing it all up!

"Francesinhas Al Forno da Baixa" in Porto has more than 20 sorts of our traditional dish. Never tried it? Here you can have it just the way you like it...

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Confeitaria do Bolhão

Baking a good day

"Confeitaria do Bolhão" Porto is a patisserie that's more than 100 years old and perfectly blends the local with the touristic. Get a tigelinha do Bolhão!

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Cinema Trindade

Lights, camera, action!

"Cinema Trindade" is a historic, independent movie theater in Porto. This place is a not-so hidden gem but I can truly recommend their program & selection.

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Nortada

Local brewery to beer happy

"Nortada" is a local brewery established in 2017 which is also a pub. 7 types of delicious craft beer, snacks, desserts... I find it so perfect!

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Adega Sports Bar

Win or lose we still booze

"Adega Sports Bar" Porto is great for watching your favorite team play. They have a variety of snacks and cheap beer. You can even get an XXXXL-sized beer!

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Camila

Aldrighi

Jun 7, 2025

Roasted Chestnuts

When tradition persists

The salted "Roasted Chestnuts" in Porto is a real tradition. It's something we just can't live without once the summer leaves the city...

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Sofia

Kendall

Jun 6, 2025

Casa Expresso

All aboard Sarrabulho train!

"Casa Expresso" is a very traditional tasco in Porto, the kind that more and more of die off every year. Go there and try my favorite papas de sarrabulho!

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Tiago

Magalhães

Jun 5, 2025

Foz Velha

A village inside Porto

"Foz Velha" Porto used to be a village but now it's the posh part of the city. It has kept its charm. Perfect if you feel getting lost during a walk!

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Vasco

Figueiredo Teles

Jun 4, 2025

Convivio

Special francesinha

"Convivio", next to Boavista in Porto, is a restaurant I go with my friends and wife for francesinha. I love their sauce. Also try their meaty croquettes!

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Rúben

Pinto

Jun 4, 2025

One Hundred and Sixteen

Porto nightlife

"One Hundred and Sixteen" is one of Porto's great night clubs. I go there with my friends and always enjoy myself. I recommend getting a gin & tonic there.

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Rúben

Pinto

Jun 4, 2025

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